Epinions Recent Reviews for SusanHopr

The LYS comes to life...but probably not ours

Thu, 25 Aug 2005 20:50:25 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - I heard of Debbie Macomber a few months after I began knitting (in late 2003), but filed her name away with those of other authors I consider "light reading"; I tend to favor deeply emotional, deeply historic tales like those told by Amy Tan, Julia...

The Knot Online Store: A treasure trove of fantastic tools; something for every bride and groom.

Thu, 10 Feb 2005 19:09:42 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - When we got engaged, I begged my now-husband for an elopement - or at least, a very small wedding - due to a variety of issues, none of them important to this review. :) In any case, I got neither; soon after we announced the happy news to our...

Pretty perfume for your lips?

Wed, 27 Oct 2004 17:42:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - My wedding brought all sorts of issues to the forefront, with little idea how to solve them: Would everyone enjoy the festivities? Would the cake be good? Would the attendants arrive on time? And most importantly: Would my lipstick last for more than 20...

Status quo for normal skin - great backup for good skin care!

Wed, 27 Oct 2004 16:44:27 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - Update (2/10/05): When I found a new exfoliating mask and treatment, I decided to use the Clean & Clear Daily Pore Cleanser until it was gone. To my surprise, I ended up buying more. What I had failed to realize was that the rest of my skin-care regimen...

A great date movie. No, really.

Mon, 29 Dec 2003 20:00:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - When it was first advertised, I knew I wanted to see Love Actually. I'm a big fan of British romantic comedy/dramas, not to mention half the cast. But I figured I'd have to go it alone - my techno-geek fiance is a South Park-Simpsons kind of guy in the...

The New World Order of mousing

Wed, 23 Oct 2002 20:46:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - Please note: the photo currently shown with this review is not the item that was reviewed. The Orbit of which I speak is an older model. ***** Well...perhaps my title overstates it a bit. But the Kensington Orbit has inspired in me a touch of rabid...

Understatement for the overburdened

Sat, 19 Oct 2002 04:34:57 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - By some stroke of luck, I received a free Real Simple subscription just over a year ago. I had always been curious about the artistically photographed covers, so I accepted.

I've never been sorry. Real Simple may not be everything every reader...

Grace, You're No MODE Magazine

Fri, 18 Oct 2002 15:46:00 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - Update: It is my understanding that Grace has now ceased publication as well. No surprise here, unfortunately. First, forgive me for stating the obvious - anyone who knows the category will understand the endless comparisons to MODE. I reviewed MODE...

Over-salted Southern comfort

Thu, 17 Oct 2002 19:18:28 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - I loved Divine Secrets the first time I read it, mostly because I recognized the weather and the Ya-Yas as pieces of home. Mamas and humidity don't vary much from Houston (my hometown) to Atlanta and points between - though, thankfully, my mom is...

It's there

Wed, 8 Mar 2000 18:42:37 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - Update, October 18, 2002: I've maintained my AOL account up until now. Next month will be my last as a subscriber. The SPAM in my e-mail has gotten far too much for me. I've now been an Earthlink subscriber for almost two years; look for my review (and...

Beauty with thorns among the leaves

Fri, 3 Mar 2000 14:40:19 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - I first fell in love with the music of Natalie Merchant and 10,000 Maniacs more than ten years ago. While I now mourn the loss of Natalie and the Maniacs as they once were, I still cherish all the albums (and I do have them all) - but not one quite so...

WARNING: Gruesome, Plotless, and Lacking In Character

Wed, 1 Mar 2000 18:18:29 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - While this book is involving, I feel a duty to warn other tender-hearted Arthurian fiction enthusiasts: Forever King is extremely gruesome, and not for the weak of stomach. I will say upfront, in the interest of being honest, that I did not complete this...

A Big Girl's Epiphany

Fri, 25 Feb 2000 15:56:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author SusanHopr - I was checking out at a Lane Bryant store the first time I saw MODE. I don't remember the issue, or exactly what the model was wearing, but I noticed right away that she looked REAL. "Style Beyond Size," said the tag line. I was curious and added the mag...